Plan about 55 min for the trip from Preston to The Alfred, on line Mernda, 246, 86, with 1 transfer, and about 18 min of walking.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line Mernda towards Flinders Street Station: board at Preston Station, alight at Clifton Hill Station — 7 stops, 13 min ride.
- Line 246 towards Elsternwick Station/Horne St: board at Clifton Hill Station/Hoddle St, alight at Commercial Rd/Punt Rd — 20 stops, 23 min ride.
- Line 86 towards Waterfront City/Docklands Dr #D11: board at Gower St/Plenty Rd #48, alight at Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde #25 — 20 stops, 20 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Preston
A northern suburb with Preston Market and High Street.
The Alfred
The major hospital on Commercial Road in Prahran, with a tram and bus stop at its door.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Preston to The Alfred?
A typical trip takes about 55 minutes, of which roughly 18 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Preston to The Alfred?
There is no direct line. The fastest combination is Mernda + 246, with 1 transfers.
